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EG12 XFS

2012 BMW 640

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,067 mi
Last recorded135,067 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 64065,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG12 XFS
MakeBMW
Model640
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2026 135,067 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front BRAKE WARNING NOT FITTED TO BRAKE PAD

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 131,764 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 127,032 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 121,232 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 114,688 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 109,286 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 93,408 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 85,102 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 79,100 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 79,100 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 67,144 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (3.5.1g)

Under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2016 53,421 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 42,289 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 42,273 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 42,273 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 640?

Based on 114,993 MOT tests across 12,420 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
6,692
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
12,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 691
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 679
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EG12 XFS is a 2012 BMW 640 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 BMW 640 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 65,049 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 640 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 691 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EG12 XFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 640 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 640 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EG12 XFS registered?

EG12 XFS is a 2012 BMW 640, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is EG12 XFS safe to buy?

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